For Nanticoke Area senior Emersyn Brown, staying busy is simply part of the game. Between field hockey, cheerleading, cross country and track, Brown has built a high school career around athletic versatility, dedication and a passion for competing. Now, as the District 2 Sportzwire Spotlight Athlete, she is being recognized for her accomplishments on the field, in the classroom and throughout her school community.
Scranton Prep junior Cole Powell battled back to claim his second straight PIAA Class 2A individual golf championship in a dramatic two-hole playoff at Penn State. Now, the Cavaliers turn their attention to Wednesday’s pursuit of a third consecutive team state title.
Robert Morris Men\'s hockey held off a Penn State rally, winning 5-2 behind two goals from George Krotiris and 33 saves from Lucas Massie.
One handoff set the tone, but Weston Yannone’s impact goes well beyond the big plays. The versatile Dunmore senior continues to embrace every role asked of him, helping fuel an unbeaten Bucks team with its sights set on a district championship and a deep postseason run.
Three-star QB commit Will Wood decommitted from Penn State football to join Boston College, picking Bill O\'Brien\'s Eagles instead.
Penn State men\'s basketball previews 2026-27 under new coach Mike Rhoades after a 12-20 season and 3-17 Big Ten finish.
Clutch ABA opened its season in emphatic fashion, delivering a 169-121 victory over the DC Crank on opening night of the ABA season. Fueled by unselfish basketball, efficient scoring, and a balanced offensive attack, Clutch made an early statement with a performance that showcased both its veteran talent and promising newcomers.
FINAL: Quinnipiac 6, Penn State 3. The Bobcats scored four power-play goals and got a late second-period strike from Markus Vidicek to top the Nittany Lions at Pegula Ice Arena. Ethan Wyttenbach (1G, 2A) was named Player of the Game.
Jack Hartshorn\'s last-second field goal lifted Abington Heights football past Valley View 24-21 in a high-scoring battle.
All week, the conversation centered on whether unbeaten Dunmore had truly been tested. Friday night, the Bucks delivered their answer. Weston Yannone exploded for 187 rushing yards and three touchdowns, Xavier Burke scored three different ways, and Dunmore overwhelmed No. 4 big-school Honesdale, 63-11, to remain perfect at 8-0.
Senior Night belonged to Delaware Valley, but it was the North Pocono Trojans who left with something to celebrate. North Pocono traveled to face the Warriors and came away with a hard-fought 21-7 victory, relying on timely defensive takeaways, a productive ground game, and a fourth-quarter touchdown to secure the win.
Friday night’s matchup between the Nanticoke Trojans and the Northwest Rangers delivered everything high school football fans could ask for: big plays, momentum swings and a nail-biting finish. But beyond the scoreboard, the game carried a deeper meaning as both communities came together to support a young Nanticoke boy facing a difficult battle with cancer.
The Williamsport Millionaires continued their strong season Friday night, blanking the Berwick Bulldogs, 28-0, in a non-conference matchup to improve to 6-2 overall.
Jules Potter\'s second-half goal lifted Wyoming Area girls soccer past Abington Heights 2-1 in a close regular season match.
Elk Lake boys soccer beat Old Forge 3-0 to clinch the Lackawanna League Championship for the first time since 1973.